Apple is on the brink of unveiling its eagerly anticipated M5 chip this week, and excitement is building. Recent insights from Mark Gurman at Bloomberg suggest that we could witness the launch of new products powered by this cutting-edge chip in just a matter of days. In his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman indicates that the tech giant is poised to announce an upgraded iPad Pro, a revamped Vision Pro with an improved strap, and a new base model MacBook Pro—all featuring the latest advancements in Apple silicon.
The timeline for the M5-powered MacBook Pro has seen some back-and-forth, initially rumored to arrive early next year, deviating from its usual fall debut. Gurman previously reported that Apple's goal was to launch the upgraded MacBook Pro in early 2026, but now he has revealed that the company is nearing the mass production stage, which gives us hope for faster availability.
He also pointed to the dwindling stock of the M4 MacBook Pro in Apple stores as another indication that the new M5 MacBook Pro is just around the corner. Interestingly, while stocks of the M4 Model are decreasing, the M4 Pro and M4 Max models still have adequate inventory, hinting at an impending transition. Furthermore, Gurman mentioned in previous newsletters that the advanced M5 Pro and M5 Max chips are not likely to be produced at scale until the early part of next year.
Looking ahead to these October releases, it's unlikely that Apple will host an event on par with the recent launch of the iPhone 17. Instead, we should expect a series of online announcements, similar to last year's roll-out of the current MacBook Pro in October.
Now, consider this: what implications might the M5 chip hold for the future of computing? Are you excited about the developments in the MacBook Pro lineup, or do you think Apple’s approach warrants some skepticism? Let us know your thoughts—your views might just challenge the norm!
